Alexandre Hayward
Biography
Alexandre Hayward began his wheelchair basketball journey after first discovering the sport in 2012 at a parasport demonstration in Moncton, N.B. It was there that Hayward met former Team Canada veteran and local parasport hero Dave Durepos, who would introduce the teen to the hardcourt.
After being recruited by Durepos, Hayward joined the local club team in Saint John, N.B. A product of Campbellton, N.B., Hayward worked his way onto the provincial junior team and represented New Brunswick at the Canada Games in 2015.
Hayward enjoys the competitiveness and teamwork involved in wheelchair basketball. He plays a ‘versatile’ game and focuses on creating opportunities for his teammates on the court.
His quick progression in the sport caught the eye of National Team coaches and Hayward earned an invite to attend the National Academy in Toronto in the 2015-2016 season. He represented Team Canada at the Canadian Men’s U23 National Team in 2017.
“I have always dreamed of representing my country,” says Hayward. “I am honored and excited to have that opportunity.”
Outside of basketball, Hayward enjoys working on his car and spending time with family and friends.
Interesting Facts
- His role model is five-time Paralympian and three-time Paralympic gold medalist wheelchair basketball player Dave Durepos
Awards / Highlights
- Represented New Brunswick in wheelchair basketball at the 2015 Canada Games
Major International Competition
| Tournament |  |
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Other |
| World Junior Championships: 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6th (’17) |
Competitive Experience
| Level | Team | Location | Year(s) |
| International | Canada (SMNT) | Canada | 2017 |
| International | Canada (JMNT) | Canada | 2017 |
| Club (domestic) | National Academy | Canada | 2015-Present |
| Club (domestic) | Saint John Mavericks | New Brunswick | 2012-Present |
Career Notes
2018: Named an all-star at 2018 Junior National Championships in Longueuil, QC
2017: 2nd place at Americas Cup in Cali Colombia (Team Canada)… Named Wheelchair Basketball Canada’s Junior Athlete of the Year… 6th place at the Men’s U23 World Championship in Toronto, Ont. (Team Canada)…
2015: 6th place at Canada Games with Team New Brunswick in Prince George, British Columbia (domestic)…